Pipeline Operations Field Supervisor
Pipeline Operations Field Supervisor
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Job Description
Air Liquide Large Industries provides our customers with industrial gas and energy solutions that are vital to their own industrial production. We own and operate over 2000 miles of industrial gas pipelines in the U.S. supplying mainly oxygen nitrogen hydrogen and syngas in large quantities from multiple production sources to major customers in the chemicals petrochemicals refining and steel industries. Our pipeline operations and industrial gas production facilities are closely monitored 24/7 within our leadingedge operations control center located in Houston Texas. Our operations control group monitors over 89000 data points and assists with product supply and coordination. We are constantly optimizing our supply network to provide high reliability and energy efficiencies allowing Air Liquide to adjust supply needs more quickly and effectively enabling growth to our customers.
How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pipeline Operations Field Supervisor to join our team. As a key member of our operations team you will be responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient operation of our pipeline systems.Justification
Justification
With the impending retirement of Darcy Loerch our current Field Supervisor its essential to ensure a smooth transition and maintain operational efficiency. This role is critical for overseeing daytoday operations ensuring safety compliance and providing leadership to our team. Promptly filling this position will mitigate knowledge loss and ensure continuity in operations.
Promotes compliance with all applicable regulations and group directives
Ensures compliance with all Air Liquide safety and quality mandates including but not limited to:
Fundamentals of Safety
12 Life Saving Rules
LIVES
Oxygen cleaning
IMS
Works to maintain zero accidents
Works closely with the Manager Pipeline Regulatory Compliance to ensure system operation and maintenance is executed in compliance with all state and federal regulating entities including but not limited to:
TX Railroad Commission
LA Department of Natural Resources
PHMSA
Develops and implements a safety plan and safe work practices for assigned systems
Develops and tests emergency response and system plans
Reports and investigates all incidents and ensures corrective / preventive actions are complete
Works with the Pipeline Integrity Manager to maintain pipeline system integrity
Participates in the Management of Change process Root Cause Analysis Process Hazard Analysis Job Activity Plan Accident Risk Analysis PreStart Up Safety Review etc
Ensures pertinent documentation and affiliated reporting requirements are completed on time
Operates and Maintains the Pipeline Networks Safely and Reliably
Maintain reliable product supply and reliable measurement of pipeline products to customers
Communicates with customers suppliers OCC and management on a regular basis to ensure product accountability
Implements low cost high reliability operating best practices
Develops an annual operation and maintenance plan for assigned systems
Utilizes MAXIMO for routine work orders PMs and PRs. Documents maintenance history in Maximo
Coordinates field operations and maintenance for assigned pipeline systems without interruption of customer product supply
Actively manage all field operations and maintenance activities in assigned systems including but not limited to:
Start up and shut down of pipelines
Testing installing and calibrating equipment
CP survey
Leak detection surveys
Visual inspections of pipe meters and valves
Troubleshooting and repairs along pipeline systems
Supervises contractors performing pipeline maintenance and repair valve and meter repairs issues with other pipeline companies ROW maintenance line locates dig inspections etc
Assists and directs contractors for line locations easements leak detection surveys and repairs along assigned pipeline systems
Ensures development of approval of communication of and adherence to startup and shutdown procedures for pipeline activities
Prioritizes and implements improvement projects and required maintenance
Works with Pipeline Operations Manager to maintain annual budget and cost control of assigned systems
Works with pipeline construction teams in the development and implementation of capital projects to ensure that pipeline operations needs are met
Qualify and maintain vendor relationships for field work
Develops and Leads People
Models exemplary safety behavior leads by personal example
Works to maintain zero accidents by taking a leadership role in safety
Actively manages the pipeline field supervisors in their area
Effectively delegates clear responsibilities to direct reports
Insists on adherence to administrative and operational policies and procedures
Implements individual development plans annually through the TMS process and provides training and coaching to develop personnel
Provide an Air Liquide Presence at Customer Meter Installations
Provide required customer and management reports regarding calibrations testing and operations
Interface regularly with customers for system design troubleshooting meter calibrations etc.
Foster positive quality customer relationships
Testing troubleshooting installation of new equipment and calibration of billing custody transfer meters and related equipment
Transducers
Flow computers
Remote terminal units
Primary metering elements (orifice venture Coriolis positive displacement turbine and others)
Are you a MATCH
Required Qualifications And Competencies
High school diploma required.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in pipeline operations or a similar industry with demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of pipeline systems equipment and regulatory requirements.
Excellent problemsolving and decisionmaking skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with team members stakeholders and regulatory agencies.
Proficiency in computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite and industryspecific software.
Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for nonimmigrant visa sponsorship.
Our Differences make our Performance
At Air Liquide we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees our customers patients community stakeholders and cultures across the world.
We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
